Acid reflux is the result of a malfunctioning lower esophageal sphincter (LES). The LES is a small ring of muscles between the esophagus and stomach. When functioning correctly, it opens to allow food[more…]

There are many opinions out there about how to treat acid reflux. It can get confusing! Particularly confusing is the fact that what triggers one person's reflux may not trigger yours. This Cheat Sheet[more…]

You may have had the experience of gaining weight because you ate too many snacks and/or the wrong types of snacks. That can certainly happen. It's awfully easy to polish off a bag of potato chips, and[more…]

When you wake up in the middle of the night choking on acid, it's easy to feel alone. But you're not alone. Millions of other people suffer from acid reflux. Another way you're not alone: There are lots[more…]

As you know, getting rid of acid reflux has many benefits. Some are directly related to the elimination of reflux symptoms, while others are secondary benefits that stem from reflux-reduction efforts[more…]

If you’ve been vocal about your acid reflux, you’ve heard it all by now. Loved ones and complete strangers have probably offered advice and information. Some of it may be true, and some of it may be myth[more…]

Following a reflux-friendly diet isn’t draconian or iron clad. It involves looking at foods and habits in new ways and making substitutions when necessary. The ten tips here will make the changes easier[more…]

The advice given here to help reduce acid reflux can work for any diet, whether you’re vegetarian, gluten free, or just reducing calories. The very first step is to decide that you want to change your[more…]

One way you can take control over your battle with acid reflux is to begin cooking your meals at home. It's easy to just grab a quick bite from a restaurant after work or between picking up the kids at[more…]

Acid reflux is a digestive disorder that involves the esophagus and stomach. When you eat or drink, the contents travel down your esophagus and into your stomach. At the entrance to your stomach is a ring[more…]

It’s common for women to experience their first bout of acid reflux during pregnancy. In fact, 50 percent of women develop some form of acid reflux during their pregnancy. The two most common acid-reflux[more…]

Every parent knows it’s common for babies to spit up after meals. However, if vomiting is frequent, the infant seems to experience pain or discomfort when feeding, or experiences weight loss, the baby[more…]

Because acid reflux is so common and generally doesn’t result in further medical complications, it’s common for physicians to diagnose acid reflux based on symptoms alone. If you experience mild or infrequent[more…]

You’ve probably taken antacids at some point in your battle with acid reflux. The effectiveness of antacids varies from person to person. Although antacids may eliminate all discomfort for some people,[more…]

Coughing may not sound like a big deal. Everyone coughs from time to time. Yes, it can hurt and make your throat feel raw and dry, but it’ll feel better in a few days, right? Unfortunately, this is not[more…]

Just like coughing, it’s common for people with reflux to experience hoarseness. Hoarseness can be extremely uncomfortable. If you’ve ever had to clear your throat while you were sick, you can start to[more…]

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a more serious, chronic, or longer-lasting form of acid reflux. Although heartburn and acid reflux are extremely common, with almost everyone experiencing them[more…]